Alabama Grows through Domestic and International Migration

Alabama’s population increased by more than 40,000, between July 2023 and July 2024, reaching a total of 5,157,699, according to Read the full release.  


The Government Closest to the People?

Alabama voters adopted a revised and reorganized Constitution in 2022. However, the “new” Constitution preserved the fundamental attitudes and mechanics Read the full release.  


Exploring Seed Investing in Alabama

Economic development—using public funds to incentivize private economic investments—is a core government function practiced by both parties and at all Read the full release.  


A Final Upside Surprise, Signs of Slower Growth Ahead, Alabama Tax Collections, 2024

Alabama tax revenues continue to trend toward more normal patterns after a wild post-pandemic ride. The Education Trust Fund, powered Read the full release.  


New Business Education Alliance Report Examines Investments in Alabama’s Education System, Immediate Outcomes, and Future Needs

Today, the Business Education Alliance of Alabama (BEA) is releasing Alabama Can Improve Student Achievement and Prepare a Future Workforce: Here’s How-Part 2, a Read the full release.  


An Analysis of the Proposed Statewide Amendment for the 2024 General Election

When Alabamians vote on November 5, they will be asked to vote on one statewide amendment. “Proposing an amendment to Read the full release.  


English Scores Jump with Full Implementation of Literacy Act; Math and Science Mixed Results

Alabama student performance in English Language Arts improved significantly in 2024, with the largest spike coming in third grade as Read the full release.  


PARCA Speaker Series featuring Larry Sabato

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PARCA will be hosting our fifth annual Speaker Series event on the evening of Thursday, September 12th at Red Mountain Read the full release.  


Major Gains on Reading Scores, More 3rd Graders Reading Sufficiently

Alabama third graders showed major improvement in reading performance in 2024, as the percentage of Alabama students reading sufficiently by Read the full release.  


How Alabama Democracy Compares

In recent years, Alabamians’ rate of participation in elections has lagged behind other states as electoral competition has decreased and Read the full release.